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Lots of our favorite summer activities are off-limits on these cold winter days unless we commute to an indoor facility. Luckily, dancing can be done anywhere. And dancing is a perfect way to stay in shape and lift your spirits when the chilly temperatures bring you...

Pumpkin Cauliflower Mac and Cheese This recipe combines and old favorite with some new twists. Plus, it’s a great way to get kids to eat their veggies! The pumpkin blends right into the cheese, making it extra creamy and bringing a slight sweetness to dish. Plus, it’s...

  Your child has probably started the school year by now. This means it's time to continue thinking about the school year schedule and routine — and yes, that includes making sure your child is getting enough exercise during their week, even if they're not...

BACK TO SCHOOL The most important item on any back to school checklist should be the gift of health and fitness. It is a skill that once learned, will benefit your child during their formative years and beyond. BENEFITS OF FITNESS We all know the benefits that proper...

Getting kids into the kitchen to help with cooking has tons of benefits for the whole family. It helps young children work on their motor skills, and gives older kids the chance to learn science and math in a fun and engaging way. It also gives parents the opportunity...

7-Day Challenge to Motivate Your Child and Kickstart a Workout Routine We all know that it can be challenging to motivate a child to start a workout routine or begin making healthier choices. Many children may prefer video games and junk food to workouts and healthy...

Summer Has Flown By - But the Fun Doesn't Have to Stop! Summer is almost over (believe it or not!?) and all the camps are coming to an end. I always find the first session back after summer break to be so fun— the children are so excited to tell me all about what they...

Warm summer weather calls for cool, FUN and healthy treats! You can make these Peach Strawberry Yogurt Popsicles as a family.   Here's what you'll need: 🍓 3 cups strawberries, pureed to 1 ½ cup 🍑 3 cups peaches, peeled and sliced, pureed to 1 ½ cup 🍯 2...

Everyone knows that one of the hardest things about trying to get fit is finding the time! Raising kids, grocery shopping, working, cooking, and trying to fit in gym-time isn’t easy; but I always say that “you’ll find time for things that matter to you!” For this...

Health professionals all agree that exercise and fresh air are key to keeping stress and anxiety lower… but how can you make the outdoors fun for the whole family? From working with families during the pandemic, I’ve collected several fun suggestions for outdoor...

As the weather gets nicer, it’s the perfect time to workout outdoors! In this full body workout, all you need is a park bench (and some water, because you’re sure to get sweaty). Repeat 4-5 times and try to rest only after completing one round of the following...

Fueling active children and teens becomes even more complicated when exercise is involved! But, choosing the right foods at the right times can help assure kids are performing their best when engaging in physical activity. It may take some experimentation, but with...